Workshops

Maureen Wilson is available for master classes, conferences and in-house workshops. Her presentations cover the latest fitness trends and most up-to-date concepts in exercise physiology. All workshops are BCRPA accredited. ACE continuing education credits available for selected sessions.

The Business of Personal Training

Learn the fundamentals of developing and running a prosperous personal training business. Drawing on her experience as the owner of Sweat Co. Workout Studios in Vancouver, British Columbia, Maureen outlines basic business strategies that every personal trainer needs to know. Find out how to position your business within your target market; build a steady client base; develop business, staff and client policies; explore insurance options and successfully promote your services.

Available as a 1.5 – 2-hour workshop

Classic Stretch

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) now includes regular flexibility training as an important part of overall fitness. Do you know how to help your clients and participants get the most out of stretching? Find out the best techniques for teaching stretch progressions for all levels of fitness. Learn basic strategies borrowed from sports, yoga and dance to help your clients relax and lengthen their muscles, increase range of motion and improve balance. With a focus on proper alignment, Maureen provides individual attention to ensure that you receive the maximum benefit from the stretches and understand how to properly teach them to your participants.

Available as a 1 – 1.25-hour master class or 1.5 – 2-hour workshop.

Hands-on Stretching for Personal Trainers

Want to increase demand for your training services? Start treating clients to a relaxing, hands-on stretch. This workshop shows you a series of one-on-one stretches and gentle massage techniques to help your clients improve joint mobility, increase flexibility, enhance performance and alleviate stress.

Available as a 1.5 – 2-hour workshop

Personal Training in the Home

Working with clients in their homes can be one of the most rewarding aspects of your personal training career. Discover safe and effective in-home training techniques using whatever equipment you have available – including the great outdoors. In addition to discussing program design and exercise recommendations, Maureen shares her secrets of success for delivering first-rate training in the home.

Available as a 1 – 1.25-hour master class or 1.5 – 2-hour workshop

Set it on Sweat

What’s the secret to helping your busy participants stay motivated, improve fitness and still get a time-efficient workout? The answer is interval training. Discover how to design a safe and effective interval training class by combining high-intensity step cardio with segments of muscle conditioning for recovery. Find out what it takes to reap the benefits of this dynamic, all-in-one workout.

Available as a 1 – 1.25-hour master class or 1.5 – 2-hour workshop.

Sweat Cycle

Whether you are a new instructor or a seasoned “cycologist”, this workshop reveals the best drills and techniques for delivering a cutting-edge indoor cycling class. Learn the latest in heart-rate monitoring, creative visualization, breathing techniques and motivational skills. Be prepared to sweat hard and have fun. (Participants are encouraged to bring a heart-rate monitor, towel and plenty of water.)

Available as a 1 – 1.25-hour master class or 1.5 – 2-hour workshop.

Total Body Weight Challenge

This upper/lower body session is designed to give the maximum strength/endurance bang for your student’s power hour! TBWC will challenge their muscles using a variety of fitness tools including their own body weight. Be prepared to sweat hard and have fun!